Archive for category: michigan

Cherries are good. Data centers? Not so much

We are rightfully famous for our cherries. Here's hoping we don't become famous for our water fueled datacenters!
Red Shed on Herman Road

Leelanau Cherry Blossom Report

We'll use this page to update you the state of cherry blossoms in Leelanau!
Two Bucks by Shane Wyatt

Michigan approves one buck limit in 2027 for Lower Peninsula hunters

The Natural Resources Commission is implementing a one-buck limit for deer hunters in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula
Surfing, Leelanau Style by Andrew McFarlane

Leelanau films part of Fresh Coast Film Festival: Traverse City

The inaugural Fresh Coast Film Festival: Traverse City runs April 30–May 3 at seven venues throughout Traverse City and prominently features Leelanau faces & places.

First Turtle of the Year!

Painted turtles bask in large groups on logs, fallen trees, and other objects.

Alisha Glass Childress is 11th Michigander in National High School Hall of Fame!

Michigan & US volleyball legend Alisha Glass Childress will be the 11th Michigander inducted into the National High School Hall of Fame.
Blizzard at the Maritime Academy by John Russell

Remembering Michigan’s Ultimate Snow Day: The Blizzard of ’78

48 years ago one of the most powerful blizzards in Michigan history brought the state to a standstill.

Hans “Peppi” Teichner put northern Michigan on skis

Hans “Peppi” Teichner was a noted professional at Sun Valley, Idaho and won the Diamond Sun Award. Later in his career he contributed enormously to developing interest in skiing among junior skiers in Michigan.
Narnia Webcam on Little Glen Lake

Leelanau County & Traverse City Michigan Webcams

Views of Empire, Leland, Glen Arbor, Lake Leelanau, Old Mission, Frankfort, and Traverse City - all from the comfort of your chair!

2025 Michigan Cougar sightings hit new high & include BABY COUGARS!!

The state Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirmed there have been 26 confirmed cougar sightings in Michigan so far this year.

Leelanau County, Benzie County & Traverse City Area Food Resources

Resources to help family, friends & neighbors in Northwest Michigan get through the chaos caused by a lapse in SNAP benefit funding.
At the End of the Trail by James Banks

Happy 55th Birthday to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore!

Today is the 55th birthday of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.